Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2002 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 148,819 miles on the clock, averaging 9,874 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for HF52 PXW
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 148,819 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,805 |
| Average per year | 9,874 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Polo models (2002–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Engine-specific faults
Brake pad and disc wear:
Tyre wear and replacement:
Spark plug replacement:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HF52 PXW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HF — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About HF52 PXW
What car is HF52 PXW?
HF52 PXW is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2002.
What is the mileage of HF52 PXW?
The last recorded mileage for HF52 PXW was 148,819 miles, recorded on 26 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HF52 PXW passed its MOT?
HF52 PXW has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 26 Sep 2017.
Is HF52 PXW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HF52 PXW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is HF52 PXW?
HF52 PXW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.